Elen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 3 N,15 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.050000
  • Longitude: 15.500000
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ELEN
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 52.7 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 26, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.10.74 SANK ABOUT 3M S OF TREMITI ISLANDS IN 420300N, 153000E APPROX & CANNOT BE SALVED. (LL 218). 9.3.00 CHART AS NDW PA. BR STD. 8.6.12 NOT SHOWN ON IT300033 [EDN 2.6]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 8, 2012

Circumstances of loss

OWNED BY ARGIRIOS GIANNINIS, ATHENS. PASSAGE CHIOGGIA FOR ALGIERS. FOUNDERED OWING TO SHIFTING OF DECK CARGO. ONE CREW MEMBER LOST, FIVE SWAM ASHORE AFTER THEIR LIFEBOAT CAPSIZED 200MTRS FROM THE BEACH. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELEN wreck located?

The ELEN wreck is located at coordinates 42 3 N,15 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELEN?

The seabed around the ELEN lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the ELEN sink?

The ELEN sank on Sep 26, 1974.

When was the wreck of the ELEN discovered?

The wreck of the ELEN was discovered in 1974.

What country did the ELEN belong to?

The ELEN belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ELEN carrying?

The ELEN was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the ELEN?

The ELEN had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELEN?

The ELEN is classified as a motor vessel.

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